Scholarships

We are grateful for the support of generous donors who believe that education exists to empower people to make a difference in the lives of others. It is because of the big-heartedness of individual and corporate donors we can offer the following scholarships.

Eva Burrows Scholarships

“Courage is very important in leadership – courage to follow through on your dream.” General Eva Burrows

The following two scholarships reflect General Eva Burrows commitment to advance social justice, education and the development of the next generation of leaders. The 13th General of The Salvation Army from 1986-1993 she was known as the "people’s General” for her ability to connect with the vulnerable in society and engage warmly with people of all ages. These scholarships ensure General Eva’s commitment and passion for education and the development of leaders will become a lasting legacy.

Eva Burrows Australian Scholarship for Women

The Eva Burrows Australian Scholarship for Women will be awarded to a woman who has undertaken substantial paid or unpaid work for The Salvation Army in the previous two years and seeking support to develop their leadership capabilities. A scholarship of up to $25,000 AUD, for study at Eva Burrows College or another institution, will be granted to a woman who exhibits General Eva Burrows values of leadership and commitment to serving on the frontline.

Applications are currently closed. Details for how to apply for the 2021 Scholarship will be available June 2020.

Eva Burrows African Scholarship

This scholarship exists to empower and encourage Officers and Salvationists in Africa. A $25,000 AUD scholarship of up to one-year financial support for an individual African Officer, or for a group of African Officers and/or soldiers to engage in a development experience.

Applications are currently closed.

Specific Course Scholarships

Transurban Financial Counselling Scholarships

In 2019, Transurban generously donated five scholarships for existing Salvation Army Officers or staff, to undertake CHC51115 Diploma of Financial Counselling at Eva Burrows College Vocational Training. Transurban operates the Linkt toll roads in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. This investment reflects its vision to strengthen communities through transport, by supporting a robust financial counselling sector, which it recognises is vital to building financially resilient communities and supporting people experiencing social and financial hardship. The successful applicants received $5,100 AUD to cover their course fees for the Diploma of Financial Counselling through Eva Burrows College.

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Eva Burrows College delivers higher education awards as a College of the University of Divinity (CRICOS Provider 01037A) and delivers vocational courses as Eva Burrows College Vocational Training (RTO 0328)